Elevate Healthcare with KCMS
Are you ready to make a real impact in healthcare? Join King County Medical Society (KCMS)—where physicians unite to lead change, shape policy, and drive innovation in King County and beyond.
For Over 135 Years, KCMS Has Been the Voice of Physicians.
Since 1888, KCMS has been at the forefront of advocacy, ensuring physicians and patients have a powerful local, state, and federal voice. With over 12,500 physicians in King County, we are here to amplify your voice and turn ideas into action.
Why KCMS?
🔹 Amplify Your Voice – Influence healthcare policies that matter to you and your patients. KCMS is your advocate, ensuring your concerns shape the future of medicine.
🔹 Advance Your Career – Access top-tier educational resources, mentorship programs, and exclusive networking opportunities to help you grow.
🔹 Drive Meaningful Change – Get involved in initiatives that improve public health, strengthen the physician-patient bond, and advocate for better healthcare access.
🔹 Stay at the Cutting Edge – Stay ahead of emerging medical trends, research, and best practices with our support for innovation and excellence in medicine.
At KCMS, we believe in the power of unity, collaboration, and action. Together, we can build a stronger, more effective healthcare system that truly serves physicians and patients.
Join the Movement. Lead the Change.
Be part of a society that is passionate, proactive, and committed to excellence. Join KCMS today, and let’s transform healthcare together!
Join KCMS Today.
Key Accomplishments & Advocacy Efforts
🔹 Led the successful passage of Prior Authorization reform, signed into law by Washington State Governor Jay Inslee, reducing barriers to timely patient care.
🔹 Coordinated the large-scale distribution of COVID-19 vaccines to thousands of physicians, healthcare staff, and patients during the critical early phases of vaccine rollout.
🔹 Produced and distributed tens of thousands of PPE units through our “Frontline PPE” initiative, ensuring frontline healthcare workers remained safe and connected with patients during the pandemic.
🔹 Provided thousands of telehealth equipment units to expand remote healthcare delivery and improve patient access during COVID-19.
🔹 Modernized legislation to ensure more thorough and equitable death investigations.
🔹 Advocated for evidence-based firearm injury and death prevention policies to protect public health and safety.
🔹 Secured telemedicine parity, ensuring equitable reimbursement for virtual care, improving healthcare accessibility.
🔹 Expanded and integrated vaccine databases across WA, enhancing immunization tracking and public health.
🔹 Led the successful push for mandatory lead testing in schools, safeguarding children from preventable health risks.
🔹 Forged strong partnerships with legislators and communities, securing funding and support for critical health initiatives.
🔹 Supported healthcare innovation startups, fostering advancements in medical technology and patient care.
Our Commitments
🔹 Support & Protection for Healthcare Professionals
We advocate for policies and initiatives that ensure healthcare professionals have the resources, protections, and support they need to provide high-quality patient care in a safe and sustainable work environment.
🔹 Collective Responsibility
We are dedicated to helping the medical profession fulfill its responsibilities to the public. By identifying and addressing challenges in healthcare delivery, we work to enhance quality, accessibility, and patient outcomes.
🔹 Unified Advocacy
KCMS brings together county physicians to advocate for both the medical profession and public health. Through collective action and informed policy engagement, we amplify the voice of physicians while championing the needs of patients and healthcare workers alike.
🔹 Enhancing Public Trust in Medicine
We are committed to educating the public about the critical role of physicians and the medical field in advancing public health and well-being. By fostering greater understanding and trust, we help strengthen the patient-physician relationship and reinforce the integrity of the profession.
🔹 Protecting Patients & Public Welfare
Ensuring ethical, patient-centered care is one of our core values. We work to uphold high standards in medical practice, prevent exploitation, and advocate for fair, transparent healthcare policies that serve the best interests of patients and communities.
🔹 Advocating for Fair & Sustainable Payment Models
We monitor and advocate for improvements in medical payment systems to ensure fair, transparent, and sustainable reimbursement for physicians while preserving patient access to high-quality care.
🔹 Advancing Medical Knowledge & Innovation
KCMS is committed to supporting medical education, research, and professional development. By fostering innovation, lifelong learning, and scientific advancements, we work to enhance patient care and improve health outcomes for all.
King County Medical Society Community Foundation (KCMS-CF) remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals. We recognize and respect each person’s unique contributions and perspectives, regardless of background or identity.
KCMS-CF strives to create an atmosphere where every member feels valued and empowered. We collaborate with diverse communities to enhance healthcare access and innovation, ensuring that our programs reflect the needs of the populations we serve.
KCMS-CF is dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals in addressing biases and advancing fair, patient-centered care. We advocate for practical, patient-first healthcare policies that promote quality care and reduce barriers to medical access.
That’s why KCMS-CF created the Underrepresented in Medicine Grant, which provides support to individuals pursuing medical careers, particularly those who have historically faced financial or systemic barriers. This initiative helps strengthen the physician workforce, ensuring it reflects and serves all communities equitably.
By prioritizing opportunity and collaboration, we uphold our mission to strengthen healthcare for everyone.
Protecting our environment directly impacts public health and economic well-being. Environmental changes, including shifts in climate and ocean health, affect communities worldwide, contributing to health risks and economic instability. By taking practical, science-based actions, we can protect public health, strengthen communities, and promote long-term sustainability.
At King County Medical Society, we are committed to advancing initiatives that improve health outcomes and safeguard the well-being of future generations. Through collaboration and shared commitment, we can work toward practical solutions that benefit everyone. Join us in building a healthier future today.